Teide Cable Car
Book an excursion with a cable car ticket if you want entry and transfer in a single booking. From the north or the south, the trip lasts 7 to 9 h and starts at €92. If you go on your own, you can buy the ticket from Volcano Teide.
Preparation checklist and backup planBooking options
Teide with cable car from the north
Paid separately · Lunch
Teide with cable car from the south
Paid separately · Lunch
Cable car and summit climb
From age 6 · Confirmed once the permit is issued
Civitatis prices, ratings and conditions checked on . Check the price for your date on the listing.
What to check before setting out.
Choose your option to see the gear and checks.
Viewpoints
Effort and routeYou can visit roadside viewpoints and decide on the spot how far to walk. Check the difficulty of each trail before adding it.
What to bring to the viewpoints
- Footwear
- Pick a pair that suits the walk you are going to do.
- Water
- Bring a bottle for the stops and the walking section.
- Warm layers
- Adjust your layers to the warnings and to your route.
Personal checklist. Checkmarks only record what you have reviewed. They do not grant access or confirm it is safe to set out. Check the official warnings and your ticket or permit, depending on the section.
Cable car
Effort and routeThe cable car reaches La Rambleta, at 3,555 m. You can limit your visit to the upper station area.
What to bring for the cable car
- Closed-toe shoes
- The operator requires non-slip soles and sports shoes or hiking boots.
- Warm layers
- Have them ready for the visit to the upper station.
- Ticket
- Keep your time slot and return option handy.
Personal checklist. Checkmarks only record what you have reviewed. They do not grant access or confirm it is safe to set out. Check the official warnings and your ticket or permit, depending on the section.
Summit
Effort and routeTelesforo Bravo is a short, steep section that starts at altitude. If you climb from Montaña Blanca, add the effort and requirements of PNT 07.
High-mountain gear for the summit
- Hiking boots
- Check what the listing for your trail requires.
- Warm layers and thermal blanket
- Check both in the booking conditions.
- Water and flashlight
- Confirm the gear list and the warnings currently in force.
Personal checklist. Checkmarks only record what you have reviewed. They do not grant access or confirm it is safe to set out. Check the official warnings and your ticket or permit, depending on the section.
Night
Effort and routeThe guided walk from the Parador covers about 5 km in 2 h 30 min, according to its listing. The tour with pickup from the south is a different activity.
What to bring on the night walk
- Warm layers
- Bring layers for the walking section and the stops.
- Walking shoes
- Confirm your organizer's instructions.
- Flashlight
- The Parador walk includes their use. Check your option.
Personal checklist. Checkmarks only record what you have reviewed. They do not grant access or confirm it is safe to set out. Check the official warnings and your ticket or permit, depending on the section.
Sources and listings checked on . Check the warnings in force for your visit.
What changes from one option to another
Ticket and pickup
From Puerto de la Cruz or Costa Adeje, choose the nearest departure. Both excursions include the cable car up to La Rambleta and offer a guide in English.
Ticket on your own
Buy from Volcano Teide and pick your boarding time. Work out the travel time from your accommodation to the base station and check the service status before you set off.
Cable car and summit
The summit excursion adds the permit and a guided hiking stretch. Confirmation depends on the park granting the authorization.
Frequently asked questions
Where do I buy cable car tickets?
On Volcano Teide you can book the cable car separately. The excursions on this page include the ticket and transport.
Does the cable car reach the summit?
The cable car goes up to La Rambleta, at 3,555 m. The Telesforo Bravo trail continues to the summit and requires authorization.
What if the cable car is suspended?
Check the service status and your booking terms. Each ticket or excursion has its own change or refund conditions.